Chardonnay Vintage from our Los Alamos Vineyard
Varietal:
100% Chardonnay Clone 4
Vineyard:
Los Alamos Vineyard
Vision:
I was looking for Chardonnay with huge potential and a proven track record. In Los Alamos, several small lots had already been developed for high end Chardonnay expressing finesse and Terroir. In 2015 I worked in Block 18.
Viticulture:
Clone 4 is a ubiquitous Chardonnay grape planted all over California but especially the Sta. Rita Hills. This vineyard has a small coastal range separating it from that most famous Chardonnay AVA. Cooled by breezes and amazing elevation; this Vineyard is going to be yielding Chardonnay contenders in the near future.
What to eat?
Scallops, crab cakes, Salmon Tuna Tartare and creamy chicken.